Description
A flavorful and simple recipe for juicy lemon-garlic chicken thighs, perfect for weeknight meals or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour remaining marinade over them. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 2–3 minutes at the end of cooking. For enhanced flavor, marinate overnight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg